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Art Deco Highboy

Art Deco Highboy Dresser with Unique Curved Drawer Fronts
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Art Deco highboy dresser features hardwood construction, original mahogany finish, five
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Wood

Restored Art Deco Highboy Stacked Rattan and Mahogany Dresser
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Frankl style Highboy dresser with a mahogany top and five pull-out
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Vintage 1940s Oceanic Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rattan, Mahogany

Restored Art Deco Highboy Stacked Rattan and Mahogany Dresser
Restored Art Deco Highboy Stacked Rattan and Mahogany Dresser
$7,500 Sale Price
40% Off
H 43 in W 42 in D 20 in
Art Deco Highboy Dresser, Burled Wood & Mahogany, Brass Hardware, USA, c. 1930s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive highboy dresser in the Art Deco tradition, crafted from rich mahogany with burled
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Vintage Art Deco 5 Drawer Dresser with Mid Century Design Elements
Located in Seattle, WA
Art Deco highboy dresser chest of drawers in style of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This early
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dressers

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Mahogany

Vintage Art Deco 5-drawer and 6-drawer Dresser Set with Mid Century Design
Located in Seattle, WA
Art Deco highboy dresser set in style of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This early representation
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dressers

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Wood

American Art Deco Tall Chest of Drawers by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company, Eliel Saarinen
Located in Hanover, MA
American Art Deco highboy dresser with Machine-Age lines in its tiered appearance and curved edge
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Burl

Restored Art Deco Stacked Rattan Highboy Dresser w/ Mahogany
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired Art Deco era stacked rattan highboy dresser with a
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Rattan

Romweber Style French Art Deco Burled Walnut Highboy Dresser, Circa 1920s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Art Deco or Louis XVI style highboy dresser or chest of drawers In the
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Vintage 1920s American Louis XVI Dressers

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Brass

Jackson Highboy – Modern Art Deco and Memphis Inspired Armoire in White Oak
By Nice Condo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inspired by the curves of the Art Deco movement, the Jackson Highboy was originally designed as a
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2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak

1930s Art Deco/Bauhaus Mahogany and Brass Highboy on Canted Legs
Located in Charleston, SC
Oh boy this dresser is so much cooler in person than the pictures show. 6 drawers with original brass pulls. The dresser was carefully refinished and we did strip the handles, and ...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Bauhaus Dressers

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Brass

Art Deco Birds Eye Maple Veneer Highboy With Cedar Storage in Bottom Drawer
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the elegance of the Art Deco era with this Bird's Eye Maple Veneer Highboy. Featuring
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Vintage 1950s American Dressers

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Wood

5-Drawer Pie Crust Mirrored Highboy
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom 5-drawer pie crust mirrored highboy. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of D...

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Mirror, Wood, Glass

5-Drawer Pie Crust Mirrored Highboy
5-Drawer Pie Crust Mirrored Highboy
$14,500 / item
H 50 in W 36.5 in D 19.5 in
Sleek Donald Deskey Art Deco High Boy Dresser for Widdicomb Furniture in Maple
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Donald Deskey
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful period streamline Art Deco design highboy dresser by Donald Deskey (1894-1989) for
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Aluminum

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Romweber Burlwood Curved Highboy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W48 D24 H48 Fully Restored Burlwood and Brass highboy dresser. Item features hammered brass
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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Romweber Burlwood Curved Highboy
Romweber Burlwood Curved Highboy
H 48 in W 48 in D 24 in
Dresser Highboy by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons circa 1930s baby blue and white
By Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Madison, WI
World's Fair. In cottage blue and white. Deco details evident via Bakelite handles, curved design and
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Metal

Birdseye Maple and Mahogany Highboy by R-Way
By R-Way Furniture Company
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
An Art Deco style highboy in beautiful contrasting mahogany and birseye maple veneers by R-Way
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

Eliel Saarinen Art Deco Highboy
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Eliel Saarinen for RWay furniture company highboy circa mid 1940's. This exquisite chest has 5
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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Eliel Saarinen Art Deco Highboy
Eliel Saarinen Art Deco Highboy
H 49 in W 34.5 in D 20 in
1940's Art Deco Highboy Dresser
By Eliel Saarinen
Located in Burbank, CA
Art Deco design with the pulls sculpted in the wood and sides. The front legs are angled.
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Mahogany

1940's Art Deco Highboy Dresser
1940's Art Deco Highboy Dresser
H 46 in W 34 in D 20 in
Vintage Sculpted Front Art Deco Highboy Dresser
Located in Trenton, NJ
charm of the past. Rediscover the allure of vintage deco modern design with this exquisite highboy
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Wood

Antique Art Deco Highboy Dresser with Bakelite Hardware
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique Art Deco style highboy features original walnut finish with unique wood grain
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Chrome

Antique French Art Deco Burled Walnut Inlaid Marquetry Highboy Dresser
By Herman Miller
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Art Deco highboy dresser In the manner of the early Herman Miller "All
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Early Deco Gentleman's Chest with Nickel hardware by Widdicomb
Located in Danville, CA
Mid-30's Art Deco Highboy by Widdicomb...possibly by Donald Deskey.  This cabinet features
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Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman's Chests, Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of antique Art Deco highboy dressers or gentleman's chests Designed by Ralph
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Art Deco highboy dresser or gentleman's chest Designed by Ralph Widdicomb
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

John Widdicomb Art Deco Burl Wood and Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Art Deco highboy dresser or gentleman's chest Designed by Ralph Widdicomb
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Art Deco Carved Walnut and Burl Wood Highboy Dresser, 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco ornate carved walnut highboy dresser USA, 1930s Carved walnut and book
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Walnut, Burl

Streamline Art Deco Pencil Reed Rattan Waterfall Highboy Dresser, Pair
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Streamline Art Deco pencil reed chest of drawers/highboy dresser combines rounded speed lines and
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Rattan

1940s Art Deco Heywood Wakefield RIO Highboy Dresser Blonde Maple by Leo Jiranek
By Leo Jiranek, Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Art Deco 1940s designed by Leo Jiranek RIO Tall Dresser for Heywood Wakefield Highboy Dresser Chest
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Maple

Charles Pfister for Baker Art Deco Triple Chest-on-chest Highboy Dressers, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Charles Pfister
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional pair of modern Art Deco skyscraper triple chest-on-chest highboy dressers
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Charles Pfister for Baker Modern Art Deco Triple Chest-on-chest Highboy Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Charles Pfister
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional modern Art Deco skyscraper triple chest-on-chest highboy dresser By
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Art Deco Inspired Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Chest, circa 1950s
Located in Peabody, MA
An Art Deco inspired walnut highboy four-drawer chest of American origin, circa 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1930s Art Deco/Bauhaus Mahogany and Brass Highboy on Canted Legs
Located in Charleston, SC
Oh boy this dresser is so much cooler in person than the pictures show. 6 drawers with original brass pulls. The dresser was carefully refinished and we did strip the handles, and ...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Bauhaus Dressers

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Brass

Charles Pfister for Baker Triple Chest-on-Chest Primavera Highboy Dresser
By Charles Pfister, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional triple chest-on-chest highboy dresser by Baker Furniture. From the only
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Dressers

Gunmetal Finish Steel Highboy Dresser by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons
By Simmons Company Furniture, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, machine age, 1940s, steel, highboy dresser by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons furniture
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Steel

Machine-Age Painted Steel Highboy Dressers by Norman Bel Geddes
By Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Streamlined, machine-age, painted steel, highboy dressers by Norman Bel Geddes for Royal Metal
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Steel

Pair of 1930s Norman Bel Geddes Style Four-Drawer Steel Dressers
By Turk Furniture 1, Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Bainbridge, NY
2 1930's Turk Furniture Co. Art Deco Steel Highboys in Norman Bel Geddes style. With 4 drawers per
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Steel

Paul Goldman for Plymodern Pickled Mahogany High Boy Dresser
By Paul Goldman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, Machine Age, mahogany highboy dresser by Paul Goldman for Plymodern has a pickled
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Mahogany

Donald Deskey Streamline Art Deco Highboy Dresser Widdicombe
By Donald Deskey
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original English European high-style Art Deco bronze highboy dresser featuring a stepped black
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Vintage 1920s Dressers

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Birdseye Maple

Vintage Art Deco Wooden Highboy Dresser
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage Art Deco Highboy dresser. Features a which wash finish with 4 spacious drawers
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Dressers

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Wood

Vintage Art Deco Waterfall Burlwood Retro Dresser with Burl Accents
Located in Seattle, WA
This Art Deco Highboy features smooth pulling dovetail joint drawers and is in great shape
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Dressers

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Oak, Walnut, Burl

French Art Deco Secretaire Highboy
Located in North York, ON
This European walnut Art Deco style highboy is delightfully French. The top is an open shelf with a
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Secretaires

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Brass

French Art Deco Secretaire Highboy
French Art Deco Secretaire Highboy
H 59 in W 31.75 in D 18.5 in
Widdicomb Art Deco White Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco white lacquered five-drawer highboy dresser chest By Widdicomb Furniture Co
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Chrome

Heywood Wakefield Art Deco "Airflow" Solid Maple Highboy Dresser, 1930s
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous solid maple Art Deco style highboy dresser from the "Airflow" line designed by Leo
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Maple

Kittinger Art Deco Walnut and Maple Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Art Deco period five-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers By Kittinger USA
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Maple, Walnut

John Widdicomb Art Deco Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser or chest of drawers By John Widdicomb
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Antique Art Deco Burled Walnut and Inlaid Marquetry Highboy Dresser, Circa 1920s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Art Deco six-drawer highboy dresser In the manner of Widdicomb, USA, Circa
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1950s Heywood Wakefield Encore highboy dresser art deco mid century modern
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An exceptional 1950s, Heywood Wakefield Encore 5 drawer high boy dresser in a beautiful wheat color. Great rounded edges with elongated drawer pulls that span the width of the draw...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Maple

Jackson Highboy Modern Art Deco and Memphis Inspired Armoire in White Oak
By Nice Condo
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Inspired by the curves of the Art Deco movement, the Jackson Highboy was originally designed as a
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2010s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Heywood Wakefield Rio Dresser c.1940
By Heywood-Wakefield Co., Leo Jiranek
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A solid Maple, Art Deco four drawer highboy dresser with large drawers for ample storage
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Brass

Antique English Art Deco Burl Wood Gentleman's Chest, Circa 1930s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco gentleman's chest, highboy, or armoire dresser By Henry Barker Ltd. England
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Art Deco highboy dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W34.5 D19 H49 Fully restored highboy dresser dresser with original half moon hardware. Item sits
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco highboy dresser
Art Deco highboy dresser
H 49 in W 34.5 in D 19 in
Art Deco Highboy Dresser or Chest in Burl Walnut
Located in Crockett, CA
Nice burl walnut highboy dresser that has a few features, each side has a semicircular inlay
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Walnut Highboy Chest of Drawers or Dresser
Located in Crockett, CA
Very nice Art Deco highboy dresser uses three different cuts of walnut, the case top and sides are
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Art Deco Style Highboy Dresser from RWAY
By RWAY
Located in Alhambra, CA
Solid wood five-drawer walnut dresser with full pull drawer. This less common model was purchased at the now defunct Kays Department Store. This piece and a matching lowboy were acqu...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Art Deco Style Highboy Dresser from RWAY
Art Deco Style Highboy Dresser from RWAY
H 45.5 in W 44 in D 19.5 in
Heywood Wakefield Rio Highboy
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Morgan, UT
Leo Jiranek for Heywood Wakefield Rio Highboy Heywood Wakefield, USA, 1944 Measures: 32 Wide
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Maple

Heywood Wakefield Rio Highboy
Heywood Wakefield Rio Highboy
H 44.88 in W 32 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Kent Coffey 'Tempo' Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Summerville, SC
Art Deco-inspired, Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser from Kent Coffey's 'Tempo' line. Original
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Art Deco Highboy Dresser, Chest of Drawers, Seven Drawers
Located in Crockett, CA
Vintage Art Deco highboy dresser with seven drawers. The drawer fronts are figured mahogany but the
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Highboy Dresser
Located in Crockett, CA
This beautiful Art Deco highboy uses three different types of walnut veneer, the drawer fronts are
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Highboy Dresser
Art Deco Walnut Highboy Dresser
H 49 in W 36 in D 20 in
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bronx, NY
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Art Deco Highboy Dresser for John Widdicomb, slight bow front with convex
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20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Tonio Chest by Laura Kirar for Baker
By Laura Kirar
Located in Atlanta, GA
of Art Deco highboy chests. The upper portion features a cabinet for storage or work, while two
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cabinets

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Walnut

Tonio Chest by Laura Kirar for Baker
Tonio Chest by Laura Kirar for Baker
H 63.5 in W 36 in D 20 in
Art Deco Mahogany Wood Highboy Dresser 1920s Vintage
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Beautifully restored Art Deco mahogany wood highboy dresser. Classic design with iconic early 20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Brass

Stunning Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Cubist Highboy Dresser
Located in Bronx, NY
Combination of art deco serpentine and cubist Mid-Century modern elements puts this highboy tall
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20th Century American Art Deco Dressers

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Birdseye Maple, Walnut

1930s Antique Deco Style Curved Wavefront Tall Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Saddle River, NJ
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

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Wood

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Art Deco Highboy For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art deco highboy you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An art deco highboy — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. There are 15 variations of the antique or vintage art deco highboy you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art deco highboy — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right art deco highboy, those designed in Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Heywood-Wakefield Co., Baker Furniture Company and Charles Pfister each produced at least one beautiful art deco highboy that is worth considering.

How Much is a Art Deco Highboy?

An art deco highboy can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,725, while the lowest priced sells for $1,295 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Art Deco Highboy
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Art Deco jewelry was popular during the design movement of the 1920s and 30s. Art Deco jewelry is typically characterized by geometric patterns and gemstones of contrasting colors.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An art deco watch is defined by its geometric case, which is either circular or rectangular. The watch style was highly popular between 1920 and 1950, and is still sought after today. You’ll find a collection of art deco watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The Art Deco movement was a decorative style popular during the 1920s and ’30s. Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design, celebrating society's growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu. The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The history of Art Deco begins in the early 20th century.

    Art Deco emerged as a global design style around the start of World War I, during the last years of Art Nouveau's popularity. The style conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. Its hallmarks include the use of geometric designs influenced by Cubism. Major discoveries of Egyptian tombs during the era also influenced the movement.

    The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition, the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, held in Paris in 1925. After World War II, tastes shifted toward more functional, less ornate modernism, but today, the Art Deco style is still favored for its luxurious sophistication. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Art Deco, look for the characteristics of the period. Furniture produced at the time is generally lacquered metal with a mirror-like glossy finish. Wooden items should be an exotic wood. Most items feature symmetrical designs, and geometric forms were popular motifs during the period. In addition, Art Deco often shows the influence of Hellenistic, Egyptian and Asian designs. Shop a variety of Art Deco furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Art Deco was influenced by a number of things. The discovery of ancient tombs around the turn of the century led to a renewed interest in Egyptian furniture and architecture that inspired Art Deco designers. Art Deco was also informed by Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI style, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession. Shop a large collection of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Art Deco rings were made during the early 20th century. Named for a design movement that originated at a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, Art Deco rings are generally quite geometric, symmetrical and incorporate a variety of gemstones — especially sapphires and emeralds. Find a wide variety of Art Deco rings for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    The Art Deco period originated in France. Its name comes from the title of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925, credited with introducing the style to the world. It was informed by ancient Egypt, Cubism, Futurism, Louis XVI, De Stijl, modernism and the Vienna Secession and went on to influence the Streamline Moderne and mid-century modern movements. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture, decorative objects and jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    A few things define Art Deco. Date is one factor, as the style emerged in the 1920s and remained popular during the 1930s. Art Deco design usually includes bold geometric lines and forms or intricate repeating floral motifs. Designers working in this style tended to use expensive materials, such as shagreen or marble, as well as exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Furniture often featured metal accents, mirrored finishes and embellishments made from exotic animal hides and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Shop a wide range of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Art Deco rings are from the era of the 1920s and 1930s. While Art Deco began to emerge a bit earlier than that, the style truly gained momentum after the end of World War I. Rings from the time period often feature geometric motifs, bold colors and designs that were influenced by Cubism, Futurism and other movements in visual art. Diamonds were exceptionally popular, while accent gems such as sapphires, emeralds and rubies brought vivid color to engagement rings and added sophistication and glamour. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    The Art Deco era is 1925 to 1940.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between Memphis and Art Deco is that the terms refer to two different design styles. Art Deco emerged in the 1920s, and its pieces often flaunt bold geometric lines and forms, floral motifs and ornamental details, such as mirrored finishes and inlays of mother-of-pearl or ivory. Named after the Memphis Group, which formed in 1980, Memphis design emphasizes freedom of expression, dizzying patterns and off-the-wall colors. Some people describe it as Art Deco meets Pop art. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Art Deco and Memphis design furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The term Art Deco ring means a ring produced in the Art Deco style. Most Art Deco jewelry dates back to the 1920s and 30s and features defined lines and geometric motifs. While a lot of Art Deco rings were black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Art Deco rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2023
    Yes, Art Deco rings are timeless by many people's standards. Inspired by architecture, Art Deco jewelry pieces show off intricate geometric designs that have remained stylish decade after decade. Plus, the most commonly used materials during the Art Deco period, like platinum and 14-karat yellow gold, are classics. Shop a variety of Art Deco rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Art Deco is characterized by geometric shapes, bold colors, visual drama and metallic finishes.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    In its time, Art Deco went out of style due to shifts in trends. After World War II, designers became more interested in modernism and creating pieces with an emphasis on function and simplicity, a move away from the embellishment and adornment that characterized the Art Deco style. It's important to note that Art Deco never fully disappeared. In fact, many present-day collectors have a passion for pieces produced during the 1920s and ’30s. Shop a large selection of Art Deco furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine if a ring is from the Art Deco period. The first big sign is if it has a geometric element to it, as this was a big element of all Art Deco designs. Colored stones were also very popular in the period and it’s not uncommon to see sapphires or rubies taking center stage, rather than a diamond. During the Art Deco period, yellow gold was not very common, instead, jewelers crafted pieces of white gold or platinum. Shop a collection of authentic Art Deco jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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